New Bill Seeks to End Coercive “Stay or Pay” Employment Contracts in Virginia

New Bill Seeks to End Coercive “Stay or Pay” Employment Contracts in Virginia

The Virginia General Assembly is taking a new aim at “Stay or Pay” contracts, which have long plagued employees in positions that require significant job training or relocation.  Formally known as Training Repayment Agreement Provisions (TRAP), the agreements have come under intense scrutiny for their role in restricting worker mobility and creating a cycle of financial coercion. With the recent passage of House Bill 923, Virginia is positioned to join a growing movement of states

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